Midelney Manor

Midelney Manor is a country house in Drayton built in the late 16th century with two distinct architectural sections. The structure sits on what was once an island location and includes a falcon mews constructed in the following century behind the main building.

Following the dissolution of the monasteries, the Trevillian family purchased the estate from Muchelney Abbey and commissioned the current structure. Medieval building fragments were incorporated into the new construction.

The manor represents the architectural evolution of English country houses, combining elements from multiple periods while maintaining its original Tudor-era structural integrity.

The manor allows visitors to explore both the main building and the surrounding historical grounds. The location in South Somerset is accessible and offers space to walk around the property at a leisurely pace.

Behind the main building stands an 18th-century falcon mews, revealing the property's historical connection to aristocratic falconry practices. This specialized structure demonstrates the estate's past role in supporting the hunting traditions of the English nobility.

Location: Drayton

GPS coordinates: 51.00220,-2.84194

Latest update: December 14, 2025 16:41